Logan Moss

Downs, Moorland in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Logan Moss

Logan Botanic Gardens Entrance of the B7065
Logan Botanic Gardens Credit: Brian Wotherspoon

Logan Moss is a natural area located in the region of Wigtownshire, which lies in the southwestern part of Scotland. It is characterized by its beautiful downs and moorland landscape, offering visitors a unique and diverse natural environment to explore.

The downs of Logan Moss are vast open spaces, featuring rolling hills and expansive grasslands. These downs are home to a variety of plant species, including heather, gorse, and grasses such as fescue and bent. The area is renowned for its stunning panoramic views, with vistas stretching out to the surrounding hills and farmland.

Adjacent to the downs, Logan Moss transitions into moorland, which consists of wet, boggy terrain covered in mosses, sedges, and heathers. This moorland habitat provides a haven for many bird species, such as curlews, lapwings, and golden plovers. The area is also home to a range of other wildlife, including rabbits, hares, and the occasional deer.

Due to its unique ecological value, Logan Moss is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), ensuring its conservation and protection. Visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of the area by exploring walking trails that wind through the downs and moorland, offering opportunities for birdwatching and taking in the stunning scenery.

Logan Moss, Wigtownshire (Downs, Moorland) is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts seeking a tranquil and picturesque experience in the heart of Scotland's southwest region.

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Logan Moss Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.750562/-4.9648476 or Grid Reference NX0943. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Logan Botanic Gardens Entrance of the B7065
Logan Botanic Gardens
Entrance of the B7065
Auchness Tower, Ardwell The 16 century altered 3-storey tower was formerly known as Auchness Castle; it now forms part of a modern farmhouse. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.org.uk/site/61124/auchness-farmhouse" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.org.uk/site/61124/auchness-farmhouse">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Auchness Tower, Ardwell
The 16 century altered 3-storey tower was formerly known as Auchness Castle; it now forms part of a modern farmhouse. LinkExternal link
Balkelzie Bridge, Logan Toll Junction of the A716 and B7065 at Balkelzie Bridge.
Balkelzie Bridge, Logan Toll
Junction of the A716 and B7065 at Balkelzie Bridge.
Auchabreck, South Rhins View from West Myroch northwest across the cattle crazing fields of Auchabreck.
Auchabreck, South Rhins
View from West Myroch northwest across the cattle crazing fields of Auchabreck.
Auchness farm and tower
Auchness farm and tower
Balgowan Farm View across open land near to the farm, Killumpha Drive Plantation is left of picture on the horizon.
Balgowan Farm
View across open land near to the farm, Killumpha Drive Plantation is left of picture on the horizon.
Balgowan Farm View of this derelict cottage found in a field opposite the entrance to the farm. Several walls and the roof have collapsed.
Balgowan Farm
View of this derelict cottage found in a field opposite the entrance to the farm. Several walls and the roof have collapsed.
A716 View of this road from the entrance to Balgowan Farm, in the direction of Stranraer.
A716
View of this road from the entrance to Balgowan Farm, in the direction of Stranraer.
A716 View along this road towards Drummore. The tower right of picture behind the hedge and marked on OS Mapping, is of brick construction and appears to be a relic from WW2.
A716
View along this road towards Drummore. The tower right of picture behind the hedge and marked on OS Mapping, is of brick construction and appears to be a relic from WW2.
Road into Logan Botanic Garden Viewed in late March  (27th).
Road into Logan Botanic Garden
Viewed in late March (27th).
Exit Road from Logan Botanic Garden Onto the B7065. Viewed in late March  (27th).
Exit Road from Logan Botanic Garden
Onto the B7065. Viewed in late March (27th).
Logan botanic gardens, Gunnera grove Logan is one of the National Botanic Gardens of Scotland. Warmed by the Gulf Stream and sheltered by trees, it grows many plants from the southern hemisphere. In the photo is a grove of Gunnera, from Andean cloud forests, and a cabbage tree from New Zealand.
Logan botanic gardens, Gunnera grove
Logan is one of the National Botanic Gardens of Scotland. Warmed by the Gulf Stream and sheltered by trees, it grows many plants from the southern hemisphere. In the photo is a grove of Gunnera, from Andean cloud forests, and a cabbage tree from New Zealand.
Ornamental pond at Logan Gardens One of a series taken on an exquisite day during a visit by myself and other old car enthusiasts during a private 'run' - vehicles including Talbot, Chenard-Walcker and Bugatti present.
Ornamental pond at Logan Gardens
One of a series taken on an exquisite day during a visit by myself and other old car enthusiasts during a private 'run' - vehicles including Talbot, Chenard-Walcker and Bugatti present.
Tree Ferns at Logan Botanic Garden, Mull of Galloway Tree ferns can grow in this part of Scotland, which has a mild climate due to the Gulf Stream
Tree Ferns at Logan Botanic Garden, Mull of Galloway
Tree ferns can grow in this part of Scotland, which has a mild climate due to the Gulf Stream
Wollemi Pine OK, so it's less than a foot tall and it might not merit a geograph, but if you're up on plants you'll know that this one can be pinpointed to a few square inches of soil in the Logan Botanic Gardens. This Wollemi Pine cutting is the only one in Britain growing in outdoor conditions. The plant is a 'living fossil', thought to be extinct in its native Australia until it was discovered by accident in the 1990s.
Wollemi Pine
OK, so it's less than a foot tall and it might not merit a geograph, but if you're up on plants you'll know that this one can be pinpointed to a few square inches of soil in the Logan Botanic Gardens. This Wollemi Pine cutting is the only one in Britain growing in outdoor conditions. The plant is a 'living fossil', thought to be extinct in its native Australia until it was discovered by accident in the 1990s.
Logan Botanical Garden
Logan Botanical Garden
Tree ferns at Logan Botanic Gardens
Tree ferns at Logan Botanic Gardens
Drumbreddan Bay View of drumbreddan Bay taken from the hill fort
Drumbreddan Bay
View of drumbreddan Bay taken from the hill fort
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Logan Moss is located at Grid Ref: NX0943 (Lat: 54.750562, Lng: -4.9648476)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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